Every once in a while, I come upon a client who tells me, “I don’t wear prints.” So when I’m working with a client who prefers a predominantly solid wardrobe, I push them a bit out of their comfort zone and suggest printed shoes, which are a stellar way to add style to even the most sedate outfit. See how I helped 2 clients work printed shoes into their wardrobes - they may never go back to solid!
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: My top 4 styles to transition to fall
Hooray, fall is here! Time to pull out your wool sweaters, quilted jackets and boots, right? Not necessarily. Even though the calendar says fall, your weather may still say summer, so check out my top 4 transitional styles that will take you from warm early autumn weather right into the fall chill.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 4 online shopping mistakes everyone makes & how to avoid them
Online shopping is a godsend, right? You can sit in the comfort of your home and actually buy things rather than driving to the mall, going into a physical store, trying things on, waiting in line, paying in person and driving home. You get all the benefits, and none of the hassle – or do you?
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: How to get dressed backwards
You get dressed the same way every day, right? Find a top, pick a pair of pants, figure out which shoes to wear and grab a jacket on the way out the door – that’s status quo for a lot of people. But did you know that you’re probably missing out on wearing some of your favorite things with this outfit formula?
Read MoreTHE TIP: The one step trick to up level your outfit
Picture this: it’s a Monday (or a Tuesday or a dreaded hump day) morning and you don’t have one iota of creative energy to devise a cute outfit. So you stick with your stand-by’s - but then you look in the mirror and remember that you’d like to make more of an impression than your current outfit can. So what’s the one step trick that will ‘up level’ your outfit?
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Drab to fab with accessories
Many of my clients have the beginnings of a great wardrobe before they contact me. Their closets already contain versatile wardrobe staples, unique pieces that express their personality and generous doses of pattern, texture and color - but what’s often missing is accessories. So if you’re looking to take your outfits from drab to fab, check out these three looks and how I turned up the style volume with accessories.
Read MoreTHE TIP: Go-to accessory combos (& why you need them)
You already have some great go-to outfits in your wardrobe, right? Top/blazer/pant combos that never fail, or dress/cardigan pairings that always make you feel amazing – but do you have combinations of accessories that you can depend on to finish off your look, and make you feel totally pulled together when you’re rushing out the door?
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Summer wedding outfits already in your closet
Summer wedding season is in full swing, so your mind (and wallet) may be concerned with what to wear. Can you really afford a new dress for most every event, since you’ll be seeing many of the same people? Or do you want some ideas on outfits that aren’t a dress, that might already be sitting in your closet??
Read MoreTHE 3 WAY: The item you need in your summer wardrobe
Summer is here – yeah! Vacations, barbecues, long weekends at the beach – sounds great, doesn’t it? But don’t you still need to go to work? And aren’t there times when you want to appear more polished than shorts and flip flops can achieve? There’s one item that can add instant polish to your look, whether you’re at the office, going to a wedding or even a girls’ brunch…
Read MoreTHE TIP: 5 tips for shopping on vacation
Vacation season is looming, and if you’re lucky, you already have an amazing trip scheduled, booked and planned. It feels like you’re fully prepared, right? But if shopping is on your vacation agenda (it’s always on mine!), do you know your shopping strategy? If not, ready my top 5 tips for shopping on vacation…
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: How to dress younger (& older) at work
Many of my clients want to dress better at work and present an image that aligns with their industry, company, specific job and their level in the organization. But sometimes, they hit a bump – some want to dress ‘younger’, to feel more relevant in the youth-focused world of tech - and others want to dress ‘older’, since they are rising in the ranks and want a stronger leadership presence. Here’s how I help them both…
Read MoreTHE FIND: Style-defining pieces that work at any age
If you want to develop a personal style, forget the outdated notions of ‘age-appropriate’ and stop thinking, “I’m too old to wear that!” Instead, focus on pieces that define your style (no matter how old you are) for those moments when you truly want to steal the spotlight.
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